Job Description

Offshore Class Approval, Offshore Equipment, Mooring and Diving Section

DNV Offshore Class ensures the safety of Offshore Floating units like FPSOs, FLNGs, Drilling Rigs and FSOs and in addition we also work in newer segments such as Offshore Wind, Fish Farms and other floating infrastructures.

Our section Offshore Equipment, Mooring and Diving is responsible for review of mechanical components for offshore applications including mooring, and we are also working with project management tasks for Offshore applications. We are also responsible for ensuring the safety of Diving systems for DNV classed units.

Our group has strong technical knowledge within our competence areas and we have a dynamic work-environment with the opportunity to develop and learn new skills through the day-to-day job.

Planned tasks for summer students in M-OC-AE for 2027 includes:

• Develop advanced analysis techniques related to mechanical/marine component interactions
• Develop tools in cooperation with fellow summer student and DNV employees
• Assisting DNV engineers with their daily tasks, e.g. support on calculations used as basis for verification/certification of components etc.

Necessary training will be given.

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Reasons to work with us:

• Valuable and real life experience through projects
• Meet other young professionals through established networks and informal events
• Opportunity to build a professional network
• Well-equipped exercise center (Høvik)
• Close access to the sea and surrounding park with possibility for different outdoor activities
• Our Høvik office is located in beautiful surroundings by the sea and can offer access to sailboats, kayaks, tennis courts etc. We have more than 30 activity groups for you to join, as well as gym facilities and a kindergarten located on our premises. It is also worth noting that we offer free parking and shuttle buses to and from Skøyen, Lysaker and Sandvika.

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

Who are we looking for?

• Highly motivated students who are curious, self-going and willing to develop new competencies.
• A pro-active attitude to engage with other to find good solutions.
• Good communication skills in English. Knowledge of Norwegian is a preference.
• Knowledge or willingness to learn FEA for basic use
• Good digital skills and interest for AI is an advantage

We are primarily seeking 3rd and 4th year students with relevant Bachelor/Master Program specialization in:

• Naval Architechture
• Computer Science/ Information Science

Interested? How to apply:

To be considered for this role, please ensure that you upload your CV, application letter, and grade transcripts in our application system. The CV and application letter must be submitted in English. Students without this information will not be considered.

If you choose to apply for more than one role in DNV, please state your preference in your application letter.

Application deadline: October 16th 2026 at 23.59 CET. We will evaluate your application after the deadline and thank you for your patience.

Any questions? Please contact Inger-Helene Hals, on + 47 93235450 or Technical responsible Pedro Barros, + 47 91392838

We are looking forward to reviewing your application!

Please note: if you either decide to withdraw or want to make changes in your application, you will need to submit a whole new application with a new email address. Please have all documents ready before submitting your final application.

Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices.

About Maritime

We help enhance the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of our customers in the global shipping industry, covering all vessel types and mobile offshore units. As a partner to industry, we offer services in testing, certification, training, and technical advisory through the energy value chain. That means we’re continually investing heavily into R&D for new services and solutions while proactively assessing what the industry needs today and tomorrow.